moving forward

These are the little hands that were busy learning how to grab onto things just one short month ago.  

Those hands have been busy again - this time pawing at my carpet in an effort to launch forward into uncharted territory.

Remember when I posted about that perfect age?  

I stand corrected.  Life with this chick just keeps getting better.

I took these pics about two weeks ago, when she started to squirm down off our laps, no longer content to snuggle the day away.

I knew another milestone was just around the corner.

She's been scooting all over the house, getting herself pretty much anywhere she'd like to go...and into mischief of all kinds.

She just adores big sis.

And anywhere Peach is, Tulip is sure to follow.  

Princess Plank perfects her Yoga moves....

That was two weeks ago.

Today.....watch out - this girl is on the move!

gotta' admit...although outwardly I'm cheering her on on,  it makes me mourn on the inside...just a little

phew!  all that work makes a girl tired....

Although I'm slightly concerned about the welfare of this year's Christmas tree......

it's all good.

Moving forward is necessary.
Sad?  Yes.
Leaving those days of her infancy behind bends my heart in odd ways.  Looking back on pictures of what once was my tiny baby brings the sting of tears that threaten to escape...and sometimes do.

But, sad as it is...forward momentum is what keeps us going.
If we stayed in one spot, life would surely grow dull.

And I can't stop it...so I might as well love it.

I often tell my students: "Sometimes, you're attitude is the only thing you can choose.  So pick a good one."
I should follow my own advice here and stop complaining - just embrace the inevitable.

So, it is with reservation and true joy that I cheer her on.
Keep goin' sister - you're gonna' be great!